Highlights
- 4WD Lord of the Rings tour from Queenstown
- Visit LOTR filming locations in the Wakatipu Basin
- Travel the famous Skippers Canyon Road
- Try gold panning in the Arrow River
Description
Experience the magic of Middle Earth on a half day 4WD Lord of the Rings tour with Nomad Safaris in Queenstown. Follow in the footsteps of Frodo and his companions as you explore some of the stunning landscapes that served as the backdrop for the epic LOTR film trilogy. With knowledgeable guides and comfortable 4WD vehicles, you'll be transported to the heart of the Lord of the Rings universe in the Wakatipu Basin.
The Wakatipu Basin Lord of the Rings tour takes you to several spectacular filming locations, including The Remarkables mountain range - otherwise known as the Misty Mountains! From your viewpoint on Queenstown Hill, take in views of the Misty Mountains and peer down at Deer Park Heights, where the Battle of the Wargs was fought and where the Rohan refugees marched.
Your next stop is along the Kawarau Gorge, well known as the filming location for the iconic Pillars of the Kings (Argonath). The tour will then continue out towards Arrowtown and your Nomad Safaris guide will point out where Isildur fell and the One Ring was lost at Gladden Fields. Here the adventure truly begins, with your Nomad Safaris guide taking you off-road along a historic mining track that follows the Arrow River. Enjoy gold panning, river crossings by four wheel drive (weather permitting), the Ford of Bruinen filming location and excellent views of Queenstown, Arrowtown and Skippers Canyon.
Throughout your half day 4WD tour, you will be treated to a visual smorgasbord that includes towns, large tracts of rolling farmland, dramatic canyons, imposing mountains, rugged bush and the renowned Kawarau Bridge Bungy. With 4WD adventures, gold panning and Lord of the Rings locations all included, this Nomad Safaris tour makes for the perfect half day out in Queenstown.
Trip Includes
- Return transfers from central Queenstown
- Half day Lord of the Rings tour
- 4WD vehicle (6 seater)
- River crossing & gold panning
- Informative commentary
- Lord of the Rings filming locations
- Morning or afternoon tea, coffee & biscuits
Duration
Departures
- 8:15am & 1:30pm
- Pick up from your central Queenstown accommodation
- Operates daily all year
Other Information
- Children under 5 years are free
- Wear sturdy shoes and bring a warm top
- Don't forget your camera!
Normal Retail Prices
- Adult: NZD$299.00
- Child (5-15rs): NZD$155.00
- Private charter (group of 6 people): NZD$1495.00
All prices shown in NZD$.
